Most Fierce NFL Mascot Competition: First Round

For those of us who argue whether our team is better than yours, here is a fun way to settle this. It doesn't matter which team can win the game on the field, but whose mascot can kick the crap out of the other.

So, we set up this contest to determine the most fierce NFL mascot in existence.

With a range of mascots from multiple species, things could get very interesting...and smelly, too. (Provided to CBSSports.com)

Now, before I receive emails that this is unfair since some NFL teams do not have a mascot, let me assure you that we took that into account. Some of these teams have unofficial mascots. For the other teams, we simply used an image that best represents that team.

There are also cases where a team has several mascots. To keep the competition fair, meaning no tag-team duels, we chose one of the mascots for this competition.

Keeping with the NFL spirit, the teams are divided up into two sections: the AFC and the NFC.

The tournament is very simple. Which mascot is more fierce than the other -- can a panther beat a bird? What about a fireman vs. a dolphin?

Just keep in mind that this contest is meant to be lighthearted. Have fun, and think back to when you were in your elementary school lunch room, arguing with your chums about a Batman vs. the Hulk fight.

First-round results and quarterfinal matchups will commence on Tuesday, June 10.

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